Episode 47: Violent Storm

A few days have passed since Xaras warned Gohan and the others about a great evil hiding on the planet. Trunks started teaching Gohan the Fusion technique. During their travel towards east, they met several races and species, but this time, most of them recognized the holographic images, and they too pointed our heroes towards east, which meant they were getting closer to the truth.
One day our heroes reached to a big city, filled with tall skyscrapers and modern technology. In this city lived the Tuffles, along with the Kanassans. Trunks and Xevo were very amazed how intelligent the Tuffles were, and in such a short time, only six months, they already built a city much evolved than any city on Earth. These two races combined made an excellent team, and they became so close, that they united themselves and became one race, called the Tsufurukans. The Tsufurukans were probably the most advanced race on the entire planet. The city itself was called Tsufurukan City, and it was filled with modern flying vehicles, bright holographic advertisements all over the city, the race even managed to domesticate many wild animals and made them their pets.
Our heroes were immediately greeted by the city's leader, or rather mayor. He was a former Kanassan and in recognition for the race making him the leader/mayor of the city, he named himself Tsufurak. Gohan briefly explained who they were and what their mission was. Tsufurak admitted seeing Goku and Bardock not so long ago, as they visited the city and remained there for a few days. And he even recognized Kibitoshin as well, who was also looking for the two Saiyans. This definitely meant that our heroes were getting closer and closer to solving the mystery.
Tsufurak also invited our heroes to stay there for the day, because their satellite picked up a violent storm approaching and only in the city would they be safe. The leader gave them a tour of the city, showing them how modern their technology was; one of the Tsufurukans even gave Xevo a laser gun, as a present, so powerful, it could cut through any metal. However, the city's biggest pride was a shield generator, which protected the whole city, when activated. It was a pure energy barrier, and it was so strong, not even the wind could get trough it. It was built to protect the city not from missiles or enemies, but rather than the violent storm, which occurred about every third month.
But soon, Xevo and the others would see for themselves how dangerous and violent could Mother Nature become on that planet. The sky has been filled with dark clouds so fast, as if they were blown by a giant air conditioner. The wind's force began to increase rapidly too, until it got so strong, that even Gohan and Trunks could hardly manage to hold their ground and not being blown away.
Luckily, the Tsufurukans, immediately activated the energy shield, before things could aggravate. And indeed, it would have, as it began constantly lightning, and the thunder was so loud, that it even caused small earthquakes. However, the lightning was even more terrifying, as it never stopped its activity. It was constantly reaching the ground and electrocuting every living being outside the shield. And the storm itself was just horrible. Gohan and the others never saw anything like it before.
-And are you saying this violent storm occurs about every third month?-Gohan asked.
-Yes, it has so far.-the mayor answered- This is our only third time seeing it ourselves.
-I can't even imagine what would have happened to us if this shield wasn't protecting us.-Trunks added.
-I can... What do you think happened to us the first time, when we didn't have the shield generator built yet. It was so devastating...Luckily, we found just in time a cave big enough to protect whatever was left of us. Unfortunately, many of us died that day, especially from the Tuffle race.
-That's why their numbers are so poor. I've noticed that when we arrived here. Many Kanassans, but few Tuffles.
-It's true. They were the most vulnerable of us. They truly suffered a great number that day. May Xas and Hiera rest their souls!
-I see you've been acquainted with the new gods protecting this planet...
-Indeed, we have. One day, a blue creature named Xaras, found us in the cave, still petrified of the events and scared of coming out of there. He gave us a unique crystal, sent by the gods, which is so powerful, that provides unlimited energy to the shield generator. He then asked us to build as many generators as possible for the entire planet's races, while the gods are providing the crystals. Currently, only half of the planet's inhabitants are protected by this dreadful storm, while the other half is still in great danger. The problem is, you can't exactly tell when the storm comes; you saw it for yourselves how fast it came; you hardly have time to seek shelter. We are lucky, cause we have a satellite dish, with which we can monitor it, but not many have this technology, so they're mostly unaware, unless they spot it in time somehow. Many have perished because of it, so I heard...-Pan noticed that her father was in deep thoughts and very sad.
-Papa, no! Don't you dare blaming yourself! It's NOT your fault. It' just not!
After a few moments, Gohan stared at his daughter, put his hand on her forehead and started smiling:
-I know...I mean, things like this happen all the time on Earth too. There's really not much we can do against Mother Nature herself. Although, this shield generator might be the answer to our problems back at home too. Maybe we can build them on our planet too so we can save thousands of lives. I hope your gods will give us some crystals as well.
-That's the spirit, papa!
By the time they finished talking, the storm was already gone, the sky was clear and the sun was shining brightly.
-Look, everyone!-Xevo shouted-It's already over! This storm is really something. It takes you by surprise, does a lot of damage, and only in a few minutes, it's already gone.
-Incredible!-Trunks gasped amazed-And yet there isn't a single fire around. The storm is so strong, that it immediately puts it out.
-Maybe...-Tsufurak started-After we're done building generators for every race, we can build a generator so big, that it will protect the entire planet. Or maybe we can accomplish making it to follow the storm and appear only where it strikes, but that's a bit far away.
-That would be neat.-Pan said happily.
-Never give up hope!-Gohan added.
Our heroes would be dead by now, if they hadn't found and stayed in Tsufurukan City. You might even think that this storm represents the evil Xaras warned them about, but it's not. It's far worse and more sinister than that. But who or what is this great evil? Find out starting from the next exciting episode of Dragon Ball F!